Raj Rimal

Board Member

Raj Rimal is a seasoned banking and financial services professional from Nepal with over 25 years of experience spanning corporate banking, project and infrastructure finance, credit management, operations, and strategic leadership. He currently serves as a Consultant and Financial Advisor to multiple organizations, including VRock Investments Pvt. Ltd. and the Silk Group of Companies, providing expertise in fundraising, risk management, investment strategy, financial planning, and corporate advisory.

Mr. Rimal’s distinguished career began in 1998 as a Management Trainee at Everest Bank Ltd., followed by progressive roles in Bank of Kathmandu, Commerz & Trust Bank Nepal Ltd., and Global IME Bank Ltd., where he held senior positions including Head of Corporate Credit, Head of Infrastructure & Project Finance, Branch Manager, and Head of Marketing and General Services. During this period, he managed portfolios spanning corporate, SME, retail, microfinance, and infrastructure financing, overseeing credit assessment, risk management, branch operations, and strategic business growth.

He subsequently took on leadership roles outside traditional banking, serving as CEO of Silk Group, General Manager of Chaudhary Group, and General Manager of Shikhar Insurance Co. Ltd., where he led operations, marketing, project financing, insurance strategy, and provincial business management.

Alongside his professional responsibilities, Mr. Rimal has contributed extensively to teaching and training, delivering courses and workshops on banking, financial management, credit assessment, project finance, risk management, and customer service excellence across Nepal and internationally. He has participated in specialized training programs conducted by Nepal Rastra Bank, Management Association of Nepal, IFC-World Bank, PwC, and other global institutions.

He holds a Master in Business Administration (MSBA) from Saint Louis University, Philippines, and a Bachelor in Commerce (B.Com) from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Born in Kathmandu, he is currently based in Bhainsepati, Lalitpur, and continues to play a pivotal role in Nepal’s banking, finance, and business sectors, combining strategic insight, operational excellence, and a commitment to sustainable financial growth.